2017 SEAT Alhambra 2.0L Diesel · PE67 KXO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent decline in suspension and tyre care. The most recent MOT conducted in December 2025 at 63,352 miles flagged worn front inner suspension arm bushes on both sides and a nearside front tyre reaching the legal limit. While the vehicle passed, the recurrence of these issues from the 2023 test indicates that the owner is only addressing faults as they approach failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance on wear components. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. The record shows steady annual usage of roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles between tests, moving from 42,669 miles in December 2022 to 63,352 miles by late 2025. This low mileage suggests the vehicle has not been heavily stressed, but it can also lead to the degradation of rubber components like bushings, as evidenced by the suspension issues noted since the 2022 failed test due to thin brake pads. A buyer must specifically inspect the offside front shock absorber, which has shown a light misting of oil across three consecutive tests since December 2023. While not yet a failure, this indicates a failing seal that will eventually require replacement as the leak progresses. Additionally, the front suspension arm bushes should be checked for excessive play, as the tester has flagged them as worn for two years straight. The recurring history of worn tyres and edge wear suggests a wheel alignment check is necessary to prevent further premature tyre degradation.